The following are components of the Self-Direction skill set:
Work Ethic (PWR):
Plan & prioritize goals
Manage time effectively
Take initiative, and follow through
Learn from instruction and criticism
Take responsibility for completion of work
Act with maturity, civility and politeness
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability
Personal Responsibility (PWR):
Balance self-advocacy with the consideration of others
Possess financial literacy and awareness of consumer economics
Behave honestly and ethically
Take responsibility for actions
Understand the relevance of learning to postsecondary and workforce readiness
Demonstrate awareness of and evaluate career options
Attend to personal health and wellness
Civic Responsibility (PWR):
Recognize the value of civic engagement and its role in a healthy democracy and civil society
Be involved in the community and participate in its political life
Balance personal freedom with the interests of a community
Global and Cultural Awareness (PWR):
Understand how communicating in another language can improve learning in other disciplines and expand professional, personal, and social opportunities.
Work Ethic (PWR):
Personal Responsibility (PWR):
Civic Responsibility (PWR):
Global and Cultural Awareness (PWR):
Required Reading:
http://www.casel.org/downloads/BIE_Practices_11.pdf
Additional Useful Information:
Character Education
Time Management
http://www.selfdirectedlearning.com/article3.html
Classroom Assignment - Student Activity & Assessment:
Rubric for Quality Learning
Self-Directed learning outline (great ideas!!!!)
Rubric for PowerPoint - IB Chemistry
Activity to assess Multi-tasking ability!
Software through self-directed learning
Reflective activity for students
Evaluating Self-Direction abilities of TV Shows
Writing Assignment & Evaluation on "How to be a Grown-Up"
Goal Setting
Time Management
Empathy activity